Interim Accountant
- £70000.00 - £80000.00 per annum
- Full Time
- Chester
- Accountancy
- 06/08/2025
- Qualified
- BBBH9578
- Interim Accountant
- 12 Months
- Contract
Senior Interim Accountant - 12-Month FTC
£70,000 - £80,000 + hybrid working + generous benefits
Chester / Hybrid (2 days in office, 3 days from home)
We're working with a fast-growing, PE-backed organisation, who are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to step in on a 12-month contract. This is a key hire to support business continuity while the core finance team focuses on the rollout of a number of new change & transformation projects.
You'll be a steady hand during a busy period-managing core finance operations, producing accurate reporting, and acting as a trusted partner to the wider business.
What you'll be doing:
Leading month-end close processes, including preparation and review of journals, accruals, and prepayments
Producing management accounts and supporting financial reporting for senior stakeholders
Managing and maintaining short- and medium-term cash flow forecasts
Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining financial control and accuracy
Investigating variances and ensuring the integrity of financial data
Acting as a key business partner to senior leaders, providing financial insight and analysis
Supporting the ERP implementation team with process input, knowledge transfer, and operational continuity
Identifying opportunities to streamline finance processes during the transition period
What's on offer:
£70,000 - £80,000 depending on experience
12-month FTC with real impact and visibility
Hybrid working (2 days in the Chester office)
25 days' holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
Health cash plan, life assurance, and fitness/wellbeing support
If you're a qualified accountant looking for a hands-on, value-adding role in a fast-moving business-this could be a great fit.
